Wrap-up: 2024 Energy Drone & Robotics Summit

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The energy robotics industry converged on Houston, Texas, this month for the 8th annual Energy Drone & Robotics Summit. More than 1,500 participants took part in educational sessions, networking, the exhibit hall, live demos, and more. 

The week was jam packed with presentations and discussions with industry experts. Our most popular sessions included:

  • UAVs/Robotics Operator Roundtable: Taking Your Programs Further & Scaling to the Next Level

  • Energy Asset Owner & Operators Roundtable

  • Achieving Scale in Remote, Aerial OGI Operations

  • The Rise of Humanoids: Transforming the Landscape of Robotics

  • BVLOS & Autonomous Ops for Critical Infrastructure Roundtable

  • How Energy Companies are Leveraging Aerial Robots for Inspection of Critical Infrastructure

  • Democratizing 3D Capture Globally in Modernized Inspection Workflows

Speakers and attendees came from around the industry, including experts from Shell, ExxonMobil, Microsoft, Chevron, HUVR, DroneDeploy, Dow, ComEd, Southern Company, the FAA, and more.

With more than 85 exhibitors, the exhibit hall was poppin’. We saw demos of the latest drone technology for the energy industry, including UAVs, underwater robots, various sensors, mapping technology, and so much more.

It was another successful summit, and we’re thankful to everyone who helped make it happen.

What Others Had to Say

We always love to hear what those involved with the summit have to say. We always get great feedback, but this year’s might be our favorite batch so far! Here’s a selection of comments from attendees, sponsors/exhibitors, and speakers.

“Fun and valuable to have attended the 2024 EDR Summit in Houston! It was a super opportunity to connect with new friends and reconnect with old friends. Good to see the expo grow year by year. Thanks to the organizers for a well conducted summit. We will be back next year!” 

- Nicolai Husteli, ScoutDi

“Awesome opportunity to hang out at the Energy Drone & Robotics Summit this year! There was some great tech on display and some high value conversations had with industry leaders!” 

- Haydn Bradfield, DroneDeploy

“It’s a great day to be at the Energy Drone & Robotics Coalition 2024 summit! Yesterday was a whirlwind with great talks on everything from digital twin visualization to the rise of humanoid robotics and integrating drones for maritime tank inspections.”

- Kayley Smith, HUVR

“I recently attended the 8th Annual Energy Drone & Robotics Summit. The original goal of the visit was to acquaint myself and NOV as a whole to this forum and what technologies are showcased. The end result was solid connections to key pieces of technology we were looking for as well as a strong understanding of where drone and robotic technologies stand. I had several deep conversations with colleagues from a range of fields further giving insight as to the relevant state of technologies but also how they are practically employed for customers.” 

- Chuck Wright, NOV

“🌟 Reflecting on an Amazing Energy Drone & Robotics Coalition Summit! 🌟 What an incredible few days! The Energy Drones & Robotics Summit was a huge success, filled with groundbreaking innovations, insightful sessions, and invaluable networking.”

- Chris Folkman, HPC Industrial

“Sooo much tech on display today at the Energy Drone & Robotics Coalition Summit! Every year, I am amazed by the latest advances in robotics and drones on display. The tech on display is incredible‼️”

- Adrian Leal, PCBA Manufacturing

“There are truly some impressive technologies here on display and the presentations are filled with information of interest.” 

- Nathan Haynes, LyondellBasell

In addition to positive attendee/vendor feedback, several fellow industry media wrote about the summit and some of our sessions.

“Public Safety UAS: A Conversation with the FAA” from DRONELIFE

“The Top 3 Takeaways You Need to Know from the 2024 Energy, Drone, and Robotics Summit” from HUVR

Last, but certainly not least, watch the Full Crew broadcast from the summit below:

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Catch Up on EDR Summit Sessions Year- Round

If you couldn’t attend this year’s summit, we will be offering session recordings on demand soon, so stay tuned. 

While you’re at it, go ahead and mark your calendar for next year’s summit to see it all live: 

June 16-18, 2025, Houston Texas